2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1981 Mitsubishi Minica
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mitsubishi Minica would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (285 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1997 kg more than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica. (41 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1981 Mitsubishi Minica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Minica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 41 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2060 mm |
